November - December 2021
Biostimulants finding their place in agriculture systems Biostimulants are becoming a fast-growing part of the agriculture input market, and a highly attractive business opportunity for major players in agroindustry. New AG International Editor Janet Kanters writes. Brandon Bioscience – a leader in its field Brandon Bioscience, a founding member of EBIC, has a new CEO. New AG International caught up with Oliver Kiernan this month to learn about his vision for the company.
Double bounce back The Biostimulants World Congress returns live in Hollywood, Florida and in virtual format. Learn more about what’s on offer.
HYSHIELD launched in Spain / Idai Nature launches Portento in Spain / NewLeaf and Meristem to bring biologicals to more acres / Tradecorp launches new biostimulant in India / Turning planet-warming methane into biostimulants / A&L Biological Inc. receives registration for biostimulant for transplant stress.
ABIM makes strong in-person return More than 970 biocontrol representatives gathered in Basel to attend the 16th Annual Biocontrol Industry Meeting (ABIM) event 19-20 October. Contributing Editor Marianne Loison reports.
RNA-based biopesticide technology delivers CPB mortality / Biotalys to develop new bio solutions for legumes / De Sangosse Group acquires Agronaturalis Ltd. / Idai Nature expands label on three flagship products in Mexico / Marrone Bio advances bio-based herbicides / Novozymes launches new range of biosolutions / SOLASTA Bio secures funding to develop eco-friendly insecticides / New insect research facility announced
Farming smart for the future Michael Gomes, vice president of business development at Topcon Agriculture, writes about how technology will future-proof farms for the next generation.
Priva introduces leaf-cutting robot / Researchers develop robot pollinator
Nanobody does it better Belgian biotech company Biotalys flexed its muscle earlier this year with a public listing raising €54.6 million. Focused on protein-based biocontrol utilizing nanobodies, the company was recently awarded a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and is getting primed for its first product launch next year. New AG International Editor-in-Chief Luke Hutson caught up with CEO Patrice Sellès.
Full of Beans A new study reveals Brazil’s fertilizer consumption on coffee. Leonardo Gottems writes. Pheromones market poised for expansion Pheromones are notoriously expensive to manufacture and until now, widespread adoption has been consequently limited to production of high-value crops. There are indicators that all of that is about to change, however. Rather quickly. An exclusive report by Rick Melnick, vice president, global business, DunhamTrimmer, LLC.
Deborah Hamlin retiring from Irrigation Association Deborah Hamlin, CEO of the Irrigation Association (IA) for the past 15 years, announced her retirement, effective Dec. 31, 2021. Hamlin spoke with New AG International Editor Janet Kanters on her past years and accomplishments with the IA.
NASA launches tool that measures water loss in U.S. west / Scientists study new vegetable irrigation methods / Scientists find new way to remove ions from water / UC Davis to lead groundwater and irrigated agriculture sustainability study
Russian greenhouse production is booming The Russian industry of greenhouse vegetables is booming despite the pandemic and its consequences, which is reflected by high profitability of the segment and the planned launch of new large-scale investment projects. Contributing writer Eugene Gerden reports.
Greenhouse Cropping News Algorithms help greenhouse growers make decisions / Leading Canadian agri-tech organizations sign MOU
Riding High Peru's agricultural exports boost inputs demand Anyone who reads the packaging on their fruit and vegetables may notice “Peru” appearing more frequently over the last decade or so, particularly in European supermarkets. With its rise in agricultural outputs has come an increase in demand for inputs. New AG International provides an overview of Peru and highlights opportunities for biologicals and specialty fertilizers in this growing market.
Biotalys names new chief business officer Adrian Percy first executive director of N.C. PSI FMC Corporation appoints first Asia Pacific sustainability head Corteva appoints Chuck Magro chief executive officer Telus Agriculture names John Raines company president Pluton Biosciences appoints co-founder to CEO position Alltech Crop Science appoints CEO to lead global growth
